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Surely this is impossible to do on days where you are racing moto? You need the carbohydrates/fuel for energy...
I'm assume this is effective on non-riding / exercise days?
If it’s a strategy that works for you, then use it. Nothing controversial about not eating x times a day. Probably better for you as well eating fewer but bigger meals
When I ride or an occasional race, I'll forgo fasting and eat a good meal the evening before and after the ride/race. Meal cheating should not be frowned upon as it is normal and life is life.
Fasting has lots of benefits and I suggest (if you're interested) to research it.
I'm down to my HS weight and waist size and feel great.
I also do not consume any sugar, processed goods, dairy or flour (for the last 12 years). Yes there is sugar in most everything and processed foods are everywhere! Just apply good habits and common sense.....
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I've been doing intermittent fasting intermittently for a few years now. It has made it easier to maintain a healthy weight. I also physically feel better.
I personally need protein at breakfast in order to fully wake up. If I skip eating for too long, I won't recover without a nap, no matter what I eat prior or after.
I'm currently dropping 24.5 pounds, which will put me right at my best riding weight.
It was either that or buy new shock and fork springs.
I'm simply giving myself a 1500 calorie budget per day to use how I want.
I have a beer or 2, and try to eat fairly clean for the rest of the calories.
I run or cycle twice a week, and really get after it, then allow myself to either eat the extra calories burned, or leave them on the table to speed up the weight loss.
I'm using MyFitnessPal to track the calories, and losing 1.5 - 2 lbs /week consistently.
Every pound I lose, the better I feel, and the faster I can run.
The goal is 40 minute motos, full stop.
You’re correct in that your intake and expenditure must differ for gain and loss. That’s the energy balance. What you’re missing is the (in layman’s terms) human efficiency and bodily response to different methods.
Not to mention this isn’t particularly about weight loss anyways.
I measure and track my food now, this is what works for me. I've successfully lost 60+ lbs, eaten at all times of the day, donuts, gummy bears, and ice cream and felt great. I have another 40 lbs or so to go.
Studies showing results always seem to have qualifiers like "When protein is matched"... Hunger is something very tough to control in many people especially those struggling with weight (and thus struggling with weight).
If a strategy as simple in concept as time restricted eating provides the person a tool to limit calorie consumption with minimal intervention, then it is effective.
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